Graphite is a node-based visual design environment that integrates vector illustration, raster image processing, and motion graphics generation into a single platform. It utilizes a functional reactive pipeline and a data-flow execution model to propagate state changes through a graph of interconnected nodes, allowing users to construct complex, automated design workflows.
The platform distinguishes itself through a context-aware evaluation engine that injects runtime metadata—such as coordinate data and loop indices—directly into the node graph. This enables the creation of procedural geometry and dynamic, position-dependent design logic that responds to real-time inputs. By combining these mathematical operations with time-based animation primitives, the system allows for the creation of interactive visual effects and motion graphics that synchronize with system clocks or pointer movement.
The software provides a comprehensive suite of tools for both vector and raster manipulation, including layer-based composition, procedural texture generation, and advanced color management. Users can perform non-destructive image adjustments, apply clipping masks, and generate complex patterns through algorithmic definitions. The environment also supports external integration by fetching remote data and serializing graphical properties into standardized formats.
